Experienced Av Tech - Secondary School In Harlow

Marchant Recruitment; Harlow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a Full-time Audio-Visual Technician for a high-achieving secondary school in Harlow. The role supports lessons, assemblies and events, ensuring AV systems run smoothly.

The school emphasises a respectful, ambitious culture with strong leadership backing and genuine professional development opportunities. Ideal candidates will have AV, IT support or events tech experience, with ability to troubleshoot efficiently and communicate effectively with staff and students.

Qualifications

• Experience in audio visual, IT support, events technology or media services desirable.
• Set up, operate and maintain AV equipment including sound systems, lighting and projection.
• Understanding of health & safety, safe cabling and equipment handling.
• Confidence troubleshooting technical issues quickly and effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider support team.
• Professional communication skills when working with students, teachers and visitors.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and maintain AV equipment for lessons and events.
• Support teachers and students during assemblies and performances.
• Follow health and safety guidelines and ensure safe cabling.
• Troubleshoot issues quickly to minimise disruption.
• Collaborate with the school IT and support teams.

Skills

Audio-visual experience

IT support

Events technology

Media services

Tools

Sound systems

Lighting

Projection

Job description

• Full-time Audio-Visual Technician required as soon as possible
• High-achieving Secondary School in Harlow
• Excellent opportunity within a supportive, ambitious and well-organised environment

This is an outstanding opportunity for an AV Technician to become part of a forward-thinking support team in a school where students are motivated, respectful and eager to learn. Facilities are exceptionally well maintained, and staff benefit from clear systems, strong leadership backing and genuine professional development opportunities.

Experience and Qualifications

• Previous experience in audio visual, IT support, events technology or media services desirable
• Ability to set up, operate and maintain AV equipment including sound systems, lighting and projection
• Understanding of health & safety, safe cabling and equipment handling
• Confidence troubleshooting technical issues quickly and effectively
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider support team
• Professional communication skills when working with students, teachers and visitors
• Eligibility to work in the UK

School Information

This respected School in Harlow is celebrated for its strong academic tradition, aspirational culture and commitment to developing well-rounded young people. The school combines high standards with a warm, supportive environment where both students and staff are encouraged to excel.

The school benefits from excellent facilities including modern teaching spaces, performance areas, sports provision and landscaped grounds. The AV team plays a crucial role in ensuring that lessons, assemblies, performances and events run smoothly and professionally.

Key Features

• Strong reputation with high expectations of behaviour and respect
• Well-motivated students and a positive working atmosphere
• Supportive leadership team with commitment to staff wellbeing
• Clear procedures and investment in technology and infrastructure
• Opportunities to contribute to performances, productions and whole-school events
• Strong community ethos and positive parental partnership
• Attractive environment with modern buildings and resources

Salary

Competitive salary aligned with the school’s pay scale, reflective of experience and qualifications.